Colleen Beall
Compass
(805) 243-1083
31 Total Sales
2 in Oak Park
$1.6M - $3.8M Price Range
TIMELESS TRADITION IN SANTA BARBARA'S UPPER EAST. Set beneath heritage oaks a block from the Mission, this 1927 jewel blends classic architecture with modern updates. Lovingly maintained by the same owners for 40+ years, the home is enveloped by colorful gardens. The elegant living room with expansive library is a showpiece featuring dual French doors to a scenic entry terrace. The updated galley kitchen beside a formal dining room has stone counters, walk-in pantry & laundry porch. A graceful staircase leads to the upstairs bedrooms. A sunny primary suite opens to a deck overlooking the backyard. Two additional bedrooms and enclosed sun porch, ideal for office/art studio, complete the accommodations. Grab a basket and favorite vase to create a beautiful bouquet from your stunning garden! Timeless Tradition in Santa Barbara's Upper East Set beneath a canopy of heritage oaks, this Upper East residence, originally built in 1927 by the Tappan family, blends timeless architecture with refined modern living, just one block from Old Mission Santa Barbara. Lovingly cared for by the same owners for 40+ years, the home honors its original character while embracing thoughtful updates throughout. A winding brick path meanders through lush gardens to a Wedgewood blue Dutch door entry, where arched details and a graceful staircase create an elegant first impression. The exquisite formal living room pairs classic sophistication with comfort, centered around a fireplace and framed by dual French doors that open to the pergola-covered brick terrace. Custom library shelving offers space for even the most substantial collection. Across the foyer, the formal dining room opens to garden patios shaded by a majestic oak and surrounded by manzanita, tea trees, and layered landscaping. The adjacent galley kitchen features a pass-through window, stone countertops, glass-front cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a generous walk-in pantry, with easy access to the adjacent laundry porch and powder bath. Upstairs, a sunlit primary suite with an en-suite bathroom opens to a private balcony overlooking the gardens below. A spacious second bedroom with front-yard views features a walk-in closet and an enclosed sun porch, ideal for an office, art studio, or wellness room, drenched in daylight. A third bedroom with a walk-in closet, hall bath, and abundant linen storage completes the upper level. Rich in character and ideally located near downtown Santa Barbara, this cherished Upper East home is ready for its next chapter. Stop and smell the roses, they are just around the corner at the world-renowned Mission Rose Gardens. Welcome home to this cherished Upper East icon.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Village Properties License #00978392 Listed on: 05/20/2026
Last Buyer's Agent
Karen Spechler a Real Estate Group
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties License #00552664 | 01488548
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Colleen Beall
Compass
(805) 243-1083
31 Total Sales
2 in Oak Park
$1.6M - $3.8M Price Range
DeAnn Rochelle
Keller Williams Realty Santa Barbara
(805) 617-1145
8 Total Sales
1 in Oak Park
$2,095,611 Price
Valerie Menke
Berkshire Hathaway HomeService
(805) 549-5997
24 Total Sales
3 in Oak Park
$2.1M - $2.2M Price Range
Ainsley Hughes
Keller Williams Westlake
(805) 590-9689
25 Total Sales
1 in Oak Park
$909,000 Price
Maurie McGuire
Sotheby's International Realty
(805) 617-1644
21 Total Sales
1 in Oak Park
$2,150,000 Price
Kevin Goodwin
Goodwin & Thyne Properties
(805) 979-2658
52 Total Sales
13 in Oak Park
$840K - $2.3M Price Range
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| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Deed | $2,680,000 | Fidelity National Title Compan | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Grant Deed | -- | -- |
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| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $100,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $50,000 | Credit Line Revolving |
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/10/2026 06/10/26 | Sold | $2,680,000 | -2.5% | $1,279 / Sq Ft |
| 05/25/2026 05/25/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/20/2026 05/20/26 | For Sale | $2,750,000 | 0.0% | $1,312 / Sq Ft |
| 05/13/2026 05/13/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/12/2026 05/12/26 | For Sale | $2,750,000 | -- | $1,312 / Sq Ft |
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| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $3,077 | $300,298 | $92,388 | $207,910 |
| 2025 | $3,077 | $294,411 | $90,577 | $203,834 |
| 2023 | $3,022 | $282,980 | $87,060 | $195,920 |
| 2022 | $2,912 | $277,432 | $85,353 | $192,079 |
| 2021 | $2,842 | $271,993 | $83,680 | $188,313 |
| 2020 | $2,812 | $269,205 | $82,822 | $186,383 |
| 2019 | $2,762 | $263,928 | $81,199 | $182,729 |
| 2018 | $2,721 | $258,754 | $79,607 | $179,147 |
| 2017 | $2,629 | $253,682 | $78,047 | $175,635 |
| 2016 | $2,644 | $248,709 | $76,517 | $172,192 |
| 2014 | $2,572 | $240,176 | $73,892 | $166,284 |
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Seller's Agent in 2026
John Sener
Village Properties
(805) 969-8900
2 in this area
24 Total Sales
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Buyer's Agent in 2026
Karen Spechler a Real Estate Group
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
(805) 708-0446
14 in this area
116 Total Sales
Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service
MLS Number: 26-1570
APN: 025-331-014
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